Technical Project Manager ( Maternity cover for 14 months contract)

Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Nebhew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

Reporting to the Program Director, Wound Strategy and Transformation, Technical Project Manager will be responsible for delivering technical transfers for Global Operations. The successful Technical Project Manager will focus on end‑to‑end line and project transfers across S+N global operations and / or PFG suppliers, working closely with technical work streams including Engineering, Quality, Regulatory and others.

What will you be doing?

Program / Project Design (20%)

• Develop comprehensive execution plans including timelines, resourcing strategies, and risk mitigation.
• Lead program scoping and stakeholder alignment forums to establish clear and shared objectives.

Planning / Delivery (50%)

• Execute and continuously improve strategic programs with well‑defined goals, budgets, and schedules.
• Lead the development and implementation of robust project methodologies and governance models.
• Track and manage progress across workstreams, ensuring deliverables meet quality, cost, and time expectations.
• Apply critical thinking and problem‑solving to address project challenges with sustainable solutions.

People Management (5%)

• Promote a results‑driven, collaborative culture within project teams.
• Support career development and performance management for project team members.
• Foster team accountability and alignment with program objectives.

Change Management (20%)

• Lead stakeholder engagement efforts including roadshows, workshops, and communications.
• Develop communication forums for cross‑functional integration and conflict resolution.
• Align program messaging across all levels of the organization to ensure understanding and buy‑in.
• Manage cultural sensitivities and effectively navigate international team dynamics.

Quality & Compliance Management (5%)

• Ensure all programs adhere to applicable compliance and regulatory requirements (e.g. QMS, FDA, SOX).
• Identify and proactively manage risks, ensuring mitigations are in place and documented.

What will you need to be successful?

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Science, or Manufacturing required; MBA preferred.
• Experience: solid experience in program / project management within a mid‑to‑large corporate environment.
• Medical Device Industry experience required.
• International and cross‑cultural project experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; ability to interface effectively with employees and consultants at all levels.
• Areas of expertise ideally include Manufacturing, Logistics, Supply Chain, Operations, Lean; PMP certification preferred.
• Skilled in strategic thinking and tactical execution simultaneously.
• Strong people skills; experience leading a multi‑disciplinary team impacting all areas of the business.
• Proven ability to lead and influence without direct authority.

Our Commitment

• Inclusion and Belonging: committed to welcoming, celebrating, and thriving on inclusion and belonging.
• Your Future: generous annual bonus and pension schemes, Save As You Earn share options.
• Work/Life Balance: flexible vacation and time off, paid holidays and volunteering hours.
• Your Wellbeing: private health and dental plans, healthcare cash plans, income protection, life assurance and more.
• Flexibility: hybrid working model for most professional roles.
• Training: hands‑on, team‑customised, mentorship.
• Extra Perks: discounts on gyms and fitness clubs, salary sacrifice bicycle and car schemes, and many other employee discounts.
• We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our biggest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.

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